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The first mention of Korčula town
dates back to the 10th century, while date of its founding still remains
unknown. As early as the 15th ct. Milan nobleman Pietro Casola wrote that
Korčula is “as bright and clean as a beautiful jewel”.

The old city is surrounded by
walls, and the streets are arranged in a herringbone pattern allowing free
circulation of air but protecting against strong winds. The town's historic
sites include the central Gothic and Renaissance Cathedral of St Mark, the Town
Hall and the massive city fortifications. The 15th-century Franciscan monastery
with a beautiful cloister is situated on the islet of Badija, near Korčula
Town.

Marco Polo, one of the world’s
greatest explorers and travel writers, was born in the town of Korčula. Polo
travelled the renowned Silk Road and worked as Kublai-Khan’s diplomat. He
discovered the highly developed Chinese civilization and introduced it to
Europe. He brought over paper money, spaghetti, silk and spices. Even Christopher
Columbus, before he discovered America, used Polo’s travel book to create notes
for his travels. The story of his life interests many so they come to visit his
home in Korčula where they can learn many interesting details on his life.

Nearby village of Lumbarda, which is located 5 km from
Korčula offers a variety of numerous attractions. There are some of the best
beaches on the island. Apart from beaches Pržina and Bilin Žal in Lumbarda, we
strongly recommend that you visit the beach Pupnatska luka, fifteen kilometers
away from Korčula.